During an interview with United Stand, Fabrizio Romano spoke on a number of transfer-related topics. One such topic was Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, who has been at the centre of a frustrating transfer saga in this summer window.
In a rather frustrating update for Manchester United fans Romano stated that: “Erik ten Hag is waiting for Frenkie de Jong. He is plan A, B and C. There are other targets, but as of now, it’s Frenkie”. This was followed up by a reiteration that De Jong’s desire is to remain at his current club.
“HIS MESSAGE IS CLEAR…” @FabrizioRomano reports that De Jong wants to continue at Barcelona, but #mufc remain confident that they can change his mind.
Will United convince De Jong?
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— The United Stand (@UnitedStandMUFC) July 25, 2022
Fabrizio Romano Issues Latest Frenkie de Jong Update
Negotiations Dragging On
This is a deal that the Red Devils were hoping to have done some time ago. It has been just over a month since this deal was seemingly in its last stages but there is still nothing to show for it as we prepare to exit July. Ten Hag’s side has already kitted out for pre-season and they have done so without their top target.
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While the club have moved on to other targets for other positions, they remain focused solely on the Dutch 25-year-old to boost their midfield.
— Frenkie de Jong (@DeJongFrenkie21) July 24, 2022
Should They Cut Their Losses?
At this stage the question must be asked, is the player even worth all this hassle? Romano himself states outright that the former Ajax man is happy to remain where he is. If Manchester United manage to turn his head, it’s clear that they would be an option B for the player.
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Even if the deal gets over the line the pressure will be on De Jong to deliver on all the months-long hype with a fanbase ready to turn on him if his performances on the field aren’t good enough.
